San Quentin Prison Photo by Photo by Ignacio PalésSan Quentin State Prison is a Highly Feasible Location for a Rehabilitation Facility, as Suggested by California GovernerHave you heard of San Quentin?- This infamous American prison, located in the unincorporated San Quentin area of Marin County, California, has a controversial past that has made it notorious. As a state prison falling under the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, San Quentin State Prison (SQ) has a reputation that precedes it. Governor Gavin Newsom made a pioneering decision to transform San Quentin State Prison into the "San Quentin Rehabilitation Center," following Norway's correctional system. Additionally, Norway's prison system ensures that its inmates are treated humanely, which may be challenging in a culture that is used to dehumanize prisoners. California Governor Newsom has proposed an ambitious plan to transform San Quentin State Prison into a rehabilitation center.

Source: The Guardian May 29, 2023 07:45 UTC